Calendar Of Events
Imogene + Willy and Billy: Pre-Show Party & Poster Sale
Join us ahead of Billy Strings’ annual show at Moody Center for a Pre-Show Party & Poster Sale!
With Tony Kamel & the Central Texas Bluegrass Mafia featuring Grace Rowland, DJ Diedre Gott Skillz of KUTX.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit HAAM.
Oxford American presents Austin Live! Launch & Listening Party
The OXFORD AMERICAN and Waterloo Records are excited to announce this FREE event! Celebrating the release of its Austin Live! Music Issue + Vinyl LP on Saturday, December 13, at 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the iconic Waterloo Records in Austin, Texas! Event-goers will be among the first to hear the Austin Live! compilation album, featuring live recordings by some of Austin’s most beloved music makers. The magazine and vinyl will be available for purchase, as will the newly released Austin Live! merch collection. Supporting partners include: The Metropolis Apartments, Thunderhouse Media Group, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM), and Big Country Organic Brewing!
Oxford American presents Austin Live! featurinng The Point. and Adrian Quesada
The Oxford American is celebrating the launch of its Austin Live! Music Issue + Vinyl LP on Sunday, December 14, featuring a DJ Set by Adrian Quesada and a live performance by The Point. This event is free and open to the public, but reservations are encouraged.
Doors open at 6:00pm, and event goers can meet and greet OA editors, listen to the Austin Live! compilation album, explore the venue, purchase a copy of the issue + vinyl, and check out the newly released merch collection.
ABOUT THE OXFORD AMERICAN:
Published since 1997, the annual music issue is the Oxford American’s most acclaimed and popular production. Since 2009, the music issue has centered on different themes, including Southern states, city-specific explorations, Visions of the Blues, Country Roots, and Ballads. We are proud to continue this twenty-seven year tradition with another historic issue.
The Paramount Theatre presents Walker Lukens (Not) the Last Walt 3
Doors: 7pm
Show: 8pm
It started as a joke… it became a concert. Join Austin songwriter Walker Lukens for a night of music, featuring performances by Zella Day, Laraaji, Matthew Logan Vasquez, Monica Valli, The McCuewans, DJ Disko Cowboy & More.
HAAM volunteers will be selling merchandise in the Paramount Theatre lobby.
Ted Hall & Austin Guitar School presents Kostamos Yiacoumis Drum Clinic
Join us for a 3-hour clinic designed for drummers and all musicians.
Featured Artists:
Caleb Rojas - Guitar (flamenco, rock, native roots)
Chris Jarski - Bass (grooves & jazz)
Luiz Coutinho - Percussion (Brazilian Latin music specialist)
Schedule: Drum lessons • Live performance • Q&A • Jam session
Focus Areas: Groove & feel • Improvisation • Dynamics • Live performance • Musicality & chops • Unique sound & song interpretation • World rhythms • Tuning & more
Bonus: Free Kostamos T-shirt or tank top with attendance!
Limited seating—secure your spot now!
Giving Tuesday at The Austin Winery
Support HAAM and Austin Musicians at The Austin Winery Tuesday Dec 9th: 20% of by-the-glass sales and 15% by the bottle (online too) will be donated directly HAAM all day!
Come by to sip and shop in support of our local musicians!
THANK YOUUU FEST
A very special "Sunday Service" with LSD, Nether Hour, and some very special guests. Music all afternoon and evening, and raffle prizes raising money for grassroots causes in Austin that give directly back to working Austin musicians. The Louisiana Surf Department is proud to announce its debut Full Length Album will be called “THANK YOUUU”, dropping 12/12!!!
Sunday, December 7th, we are celebrating our Austin live music community, and LSD's upcoming album "THANK YOUUU" which will be dropping the following week 12/12/25! We'll be gathering together at Nether Hour's "Sunday Service" at Bungalow on Rainey Street to party all afternoon and evening with live music, sponsored raffles and giveaways, all raising money to give back to some of Austin's most hardworking grassroots initiatives that support Austin musicians.
Entry is free, and we will be accepting donations and selling raffle tickets at the door.
RSVP is required for entry! See ya there!
Love. at The Regal
What to do in Austin Sunday afternoon! Get ready for a heartwarming afternoon of music, magic, and giving as Love. at The Regal brings together four of Austin’s most beloved artists — Patrice Pike, Suzanna Choffel, Wendy Colonna, and Ginger Leigh — for a special holiday matinee show supporting two vital local causes: the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) and the Step Onward Foundation.From soulful ballads to holiday sons to rockin’ anthems, this powerhouse lineup will lift your spirits and fill The Regal with the energy and harmony that define Austin’s creative heart. Expect stunning vocals, inspiring collaborations, and the kind of musical connection that only happens when friends take the stage for something bigger than themselves. Tickets:$35 General Admission | $100 VIP Table for TwoJoin us for an unforgettable afternoon that celebrates music, community, and the spirit of the season — because Love. always wins
A Joyful Giveback Day
Join us for A Joyful Giveback Day at Joy Gift Shoppe on Saturday November 29th from 10am - 6pm.
50% of all in-store purchases benefits Austin’s arts, music and green spaces.
Benefiting organizations include The Contemporary Austin, HAAM, and Waterloo Greenway.
Under The Rock presents: Louisiana Surf Department
Join us for an Under The Rock showcase featuring Louisiana Surf Department.
Under The Rock & LSD: Truly a perfect match as long as we are talking Louisiana Surf Department! Join us on 11/14 for a band making a big splash in the ATX, bringing in a unique/mesmerizing mix of southern grit, psychedelic rifts, and relatable storytelling. Their songs hit deep, keeping the body grooving and the mind reflecting. Another Under The Rock sesh where psychology meets music, this time with a remarkable band that (for now) is UNDER THE RADAR, but not for long.”
Under The Rock is an innovative new series showcasing performances from top-level local artists. Facilitated by Dr. Aaron Rochlen, a Professor, Psychologist, & music guy, each concert features lyrical discussions and ideas for how audience member can learn, reflect, and relate from the listening experience. An award-winning presenter, “Doc Rock” frequently uses music in his courses & clinical work.
A percentage of ticket sales benefit HAAM.
Erin Ivey's Souvenir Vinyl Release & Listening Party
Erin Ivey’s acclaimed album Souvenir makes its debut on vinyl. Join us for this milestone celebration at a distinctive new venue in Hyde Park, featuring a full spin of the newly-pressed record and an illuminating conversation with Erin and the album’s producer, Brennen Leigh. Moderated by fellow songwriter Wendy Colonna, the event will include a live audience Q&A. Experience the heart of Texas music through stories of resilience, collaboration, and craft.
HAAM volunteers will be running a table, sharing information about HAAM mission and services, handing out HAAM swag and giveaways, and collecting donations for HAAM.
9th Annual Songs For Our Friends
Songs For Our Friends honoring the music of Chris Porter and Mitchell Vandeburg featuring the talents of Haydon Hoodoo, Matt Phebus, Adam Nurre, Garner Sloan and so many more! $10 suggested donations will be accepted at the door, and directly benefit HAAM.
Fresh Hop Showcase
Featuring fresh hop beers from local breweries:
St. Elmo Brewing Co.
Zilker
Pinthouse Pizza
Meanwhile Brewing
Jester King
A raffle at the event will benefit the Health Alliance from Austin Musicians
E4 Youth Homecoming Block Party
Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2025 for the first-ever E4 Youth Homecoming Block Party, in partnership with the African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD).
This pay what you can community celebration is all about honoring East Austin’s rich cultural heritage while showcasing the creativity and talent that make our neighborhood shine. Expect good vibes, local flavor, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends, family, and neighbors.
What to Expect:
WOW Heritage Center Preview – Get an exclusive sneak peek at E4 Youth’s new creative hub! Explore interactive exhibits and join in a fun historical artifact scavenger hunt.
Bus Tours – Take a guided ride through history and heritage in the heart of East Austin.
Live Music & Dance – Feel the rhythm with performances from local artists and join in lively dancing circles that celebrate East Austin’s creative spirit.
Community Vendors – Discover local businesses, resources for Austinites, and creative arts pop-ups.
Local Art for Sale – Support Austin’s incredible artists.
Delicious Food + Drinks –Come hungry, leave happy. We will have local vendors selling their food.
💡 About the Hosts:
E4 Youth uses the power of storytelling to unlock equity and opportunity across generations. We create spaces where communities and emerging creatives can explore identity, build digital literacy, and transform their stories into powerful tools for advocacy, connection, and change.
African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD) is a coalition of Black Austin legacy residents, organizations, community leaders, displaced families, youth, cultural workers, and other institutional partners aimed at building a thriving Black cultural arts district in Austin that supports housing, business development, culture and history, and infrastructure needs for African-American residents .
It’s more than just a party, it’s a movement to honor our past, uplift our present, and inspire our future.
Under The Rock presents West Texas Exiles
“They’re Back!” Our next show brings things full circle with the West Texas Exiles, our 1st ever guests! Fresh off their 8000 Days album release, this wildly talented multi-genre band will play all the hits, while diving deeper into the stories and meaning behind the music. This promises to be special, as Under returns to its roots with a band that embodies why we started in the first place. Yes, there is a little concert in the park at the same time - but we hope to see you at Under at the Saxon.
Under The Rock is an innovative new series showcasing acoustic performances from top-level local artists. Facilitated by Dr. Aaron Rochlen, a Professor, Psychologist, & music guy, each concert features lyrical discussions and ideas for how audience member can learn, reflect, and relate from the listening experience. An award-winning presenter, “Doc Rock” frequently uses music in his courses & clinical work.
Tito's Big Wheel of Love
Bring your dogs, bandanas, and dogs in bandanas because the Tito's Wheel of Love is making its way across the country.
You spin the wheel, and Tito’s donates to one of five local non-profits: Team Rubicon, Keep Austin Beautiful, Central Texas Food Bank, Austin Humane Society and Health Alliance for Austin Musicians.
Bob Schneider's Big Birthday Bash
Bob Schneider’s Big Birthday Bash presented by Center Stage Jams at EastVillage ATX.
This is a FREE, family-friendly afternoon and early evening of food, drink and music featuring Foxi Moxi, West Texas Exiles, Suzanna Choffel and Bob Schneider.
You can grab a bite from Heros Gyros and Hombre Tacos food trucks. This event is FREE and all ages, and guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets and chairs.
Sunday, 10.26. Come help blow out the candles!
HAAM volunteers will be running a table, handing out information about HAAM’s mission and services, handing out HAAM swag and giveaways, and collecting donations for HAAM.
UMLAUF After Dark
Harp and Violin Performance by Angelic Strings, Portal Music Experiences by Mingfei Xie, Postino Wine Sampling, Mini Clay Workshop by Little Art Show, Original Board Game by The VORTEX, Tabling by Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, ATX Artists for Social Impact, and Mind Body Music Center.
Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up
The spirits are hard at work at Revelry Kitchen & Bar … and we don’t just mean the cocktails. 🎃🕸️
Our ghost crew has been busy transforming Revelry Kitchen & Bar into East Austin’s first-ever 21+ Pumpkin Patch — with creepy cocktails, ghoul-icious bites, and fall vibes for days.
Revelry will be selling pumpkins all October and 100% of sales go to HAAM non profit helping local musicians.
HAAM Day @ Double Trouble
Join us at Double Trouble, in celebration of HAAM Day, on Friday September 26th!
Lineup:
DJCP Vinyl Set
Bennett Dampier
Bergman Beach - Single Release & Yola's Birthday Party
A percentage of bar sales at Double Trouble on 9/26 will benefit HAAM Day.
HAAM volunteers will be running a table, sharing info about our mission and services, and collecting donations for HAAM.
Zilker Sessions 2025
Zilker Sessions is a renowned music series celebrating great live performances, featuring top local Austin artists in unique and intimate settings, presented by BMI, Zilker Belts, and Cosmic Hospitality Group. Each session promises a night of exceptional music and memorable moments. Previous Zilker Sessions have featured Paul Val and SISI, The Texas Gentlemen, Kalu and the Electric Joint, and more.
Join us Thursday, September 25th at Cosmic Pickle for a fun evening featuring live performances by The Lowdown Drifters and Nether Hour! We're excited to unveil our brand-new HAAM x Zilker Belt, with every dollar from belt sales going directly to support HAAM
Stay tuned for more details!
Levitation Fest
Join us for 3 days of stacked lineups on 2 stages at Palmer Event Center + a full weekend of Night Shows and good times in downtown Austin!
Our new festival venue Palmer has been many years in the making, and we can't wait to show you what we've been working on. We’re excited to once again host the festival’s main stages in one location, with room to stretch out and an epic canvas for the musicians and visual artists Levitation is known for.
Grab your tix and we'll see you in September!
HAAM will be running a table, sharing info about our mission and services, handing out HAAM swag and giveaways, and collecting donations for HAAM.
HAAM Day Music Festival
HAAM Day is the proud winner of the 2024-2025 Austin Music Award for ‘Most Creative Event’. Two time winner!
HAAM Day Music Festival 2025, powered by PNC, SXSW and C3 Presents is more than just HAAM's largest
and most important fundraiser of the year, it’s also the world’s largest one day, all local, music festival! 250+ performances, at more than 105+ venues, featuring 300+ local musicians in less than 24 hours.
On HAAM Day, music lovers will hear live music bouncing off the walls of grocery stores, restaurants, shops, rooftops, in parks, iconic live music venues and more, in an effort to raise awareness and critical funds for HAAM. Performances are free, open to the public &
family-friendly! HAAM Day Music Festival will also feature prominently on area TV, radio, digital & print and will again feature a mobile-friendly, interactive event map, making it easy to plan your HAAM Day…and night!
Join us on Sept. 23, 2025 for HAAM Day - our 20th Anniversary!
Meanwhile Music presents Joan Jett's Birthday Party Tribute Show
We're celebrating Joan Jett's Birthday with a tribute night by three local Texas icons! Love & Chaos, The Ghost Wolves, and Parker Woodland are performing a variety of songs from the Godmother of Punk's 50 year catalog.
SCHEDULE
7:30pm: Doors
7:30-8:30pm: Joan Jett Concert Footage Screening
8:30pm: Parker Woodland
9:30pm: The Ghost Wolves
10:30pm: Love & Chaos (AJ Vallejo and Kendall Beard)
$1 per every Crimson & Clover Specialty Drink (Pomegranate - Peach Bitters - Lime Juice - Rosemary Syrup) sold goes to HAAM. Available one day only: Fri 9/19
HAAM volunteers will be running a table, sharing information about our mission and services, handing out HAAM swag and giveaways, and collecting donations for HAAM.
West Texas Exiles “8000 Days” Album Release Party
West Texas Exiles are celebrating the release of their new album "8000 Days" with a special live show featuring Caroline Hale and Nether Hour.
Join us for an evening of great music as the band debuts tracks from their latest release alongside some crowd favorites. With this solid lineup, it's shaping up to be a memorable night for fans of authentic live music.
21+ event | Presented by Sagebrush
Come out and support local music while experiencing the new album live for the first time.
7:00PM Doors Open
8:00 PM Caroline Hale
9:00 PM West Texas Exiles
11:00 PM Nether Hour
HAAM volunteers will be running a table, sharing info about HAAM’s mission and services, handing out HAAM swag and giveaways, and collecting donations for HAAM.
Under The Rock presents Ruby Dice
Under The Rock is an innovative new series showcasing acoustic performances from top-level local artists. Facilitated by Dr. Aaron Rochlen, a Professor, Psychologist, & music guy, each concert features lyrical discussions and ideas for how audience member can learn, reflect, and relate from the listening experience. An award-winning presenter, “Doc Rock” frequently uses music in his courses & clinical work.
Ruby Dice is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist gaining recognition for her electrifying, genre-blending sound. Her music fuses elements of country, soul, blues, and pop into a style that's uniquely her own. While she often performs in packed two-stepping honky-tonks, her lyrics are ripe for discussion, deep & full of vulnerability, local color, and layered storytelling. This compelling mix of rhythm and reflection makes her a perfect fit for Under The Rock. She’ll be joined for a special guest, Greyson Turner.
A percentage of ticket sales benefits HAAM.
Tones Fest
An all-azn music and maker celebration—join us for a FREE afternoon of sights and sounds celebrating Austin-based AAPI creatives. Fest goers will be able to enjoy an assortment of complimentary goodies including light snacks and refreshments, art and crafting stations, and event-exclusive swag.
Now & Then: A C4AC Event Series
C4AC proudly presents Now and Then. A new musical series connecting Austin's legendary musical past with talented musicians of today.
Gregg Rolie, is a two time member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and co-founder/original lead vocalist of both Santana and Journey. After leaving Journey, Gregg toured extensively with Ringo Starr and his All-Star Band. Gregg will discuss his stories career and play some his hits.
Austin Band of the Year for 2023, Madam Radar, will then spend an hour playing selections from their new album Motel and will jam with Gregg to close out the show.
Join us for a unique and entertaining afternoon at the the beautiful new Austin PBS Studio.
Your ticket will help benefit KLRU, local musicians, and C4AC's 3 charity partners.
Pickleball Fundraiser
It's that time of year again! Join us at Urban Pickleball Club in downtown Austin Saturday July 26, 7-10 for our second HAAM Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser. The grand prize is a $200 gift card and skip the line pass for the winning team and their friends at one of Austin's hottest bars, Latchkey. Second place team gets a free hour lesson with PPR Certified Pro Bryant Salcedo @pickleballbryant, and third place gets $100 sponsored by Anna Taylor @pickleballtx.
We also have some great gifts including free yoga passes from Yoga East Austin, coffee gift cards from Take Care Coffee, supplement packs from 5 Star Nutrition, flowers donated by Lillianna Vines, and gift bags from Crush Pickleball.
There will also be live music by Deuce Bennett Trio. You won't want to miss this event!
All proceeds go to HAAM. $50 donation per team, 4.0 DUPR or under.
Pride Health Fair @ the Long Center's Drop-In
The Long Center's free outdoor concert series returns on May 22! Every Thursday through August 14, LC will provide the tunes and the view if you bring the energy. With 23 bands and plenty of opportunity to let loose, it’s time to shake off your blankets and lawn chairs, double-check you have all the Drop-In info you need, and prepare to vibe on our 3D-printed stage all summer long. There will be food trucks and a full bar at each event. No outside food or drink is allowed (with the exception of 1 sealed water bottle). Below are general guidelines for attendees:
This is an outdoor event.
Doors open at 7 PM // Show starts at 8pm
Spots on the lawn are first come, first served. While chairs are not provided, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome.
Leashed pets are welcome
Re-entry is permitted
Prohibited items include but are not limited to: Outside food or drinks, weapons of any kind including pocket knives, Professional cameras (cameras with detachable lenses), Video cameras, illegal or illicit items of any kind, tents, vending of any kind and soliciting of any kind.
First Day of Summer Fest
Official Grand Opening of the Metropolis Apartment's NEW Entertainment & Activities Area! Celebrate with us at The Metropolis Apartments—a creative haven for artists and musicians in the heart of Austin!
Nestled just 2.5 miles from downtown, The Met is a unique community offering affordable living and endless inspiration. Featured live music lineup:
6pm- The Broken View
7:30pm- The Reverent Few
9pm- Jane Leo
Food trucks, giveaways, property tours, & more!
Together V5: Another Juneteenth House Music Boogie
Join The Groove Temple’s DJ Shani at Central Machine Works for Together Volume 5: An Annual Juneteenth House Music Boogie, featuring DJ Shani, Matthieu Robert, and Zero G.
HAAM Volunteers will run a table, handing out information about HAAM's mission and services, handing out HAAM giveaways and swag, and collecting donations for HAAM.
27th Annual Driftwood Chiggerfest
Get ready for the 26th Annual Chiggerfest Saturday, June 8th. An outdoor event in Driftwood Texas, featuring live music by Realigned, Toby Shelton, Garett Endres, Tommy Elskes, Red River Drifters, Jerry Martin Band, Bicycle Boy, Vaughan Segers, Zion, Audrey Marcela and Kevin Daniel Smith & Heather Wiley.
$10 admittance
$25 fee to camp
Ticket sales are donated to the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians and the Connor Kind Scholorship.
Out Late at C-Boys Heart & Soul
Out Late at C-Boy’s is more than just a show—it’s a space for queer musicians to shine, for our community and allies to stand together, and for the next generation to know they belong here.
Out back, we’ll also be hosting the Backdoor Bazaar—a pop-up with queer artists, makers, and resources for musicians, industry folks, and hospitality workers headed up by @thebackstagebrain.
Come for the music. Stay for the community. Every Wednesday in June.
HAAM Volunteers will run a table, handing out information about HAAM's mission and services, handing out HAAM giveaways and swag, and collecting donations for HAAM.